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Lake Anna Jet Ski Rentals
Over the years, water sports have become popular activities that people enjoy; so much so that families, as well as individuals, have planned their vacations according to the water sports activities that are available at a specific destination. Jet skiing is one of the most popular types of water sports that many people choose as…
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The Lake Anna Grapes and Grains Festival
If you enjoy the best craft beer and wine Virginia has to offer, you should attend the Lake Anna Grapes and Grains Festival! The festival will be held on October 10, 2015, from 12 PM to 5:30 PM, at the Christopher Run Campground Event Park in Mineral, Virginia. The festival is sponsored by a nonprofit…
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Discover Lake Anna Beach!
One of the nicest vacation spots in Northern Virginia did not exist during the Civil War Era. During the early 1970s, engineers constructed an impressive man-made lake extending over a 20-mile area. It includes numerous coves and peninsulas and a well-maintained public beach along a section of its eastern shore at Lake Anna State Park.…
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The 2015 Virginia Renaissance Faire
The Virginia Renaissance Faire on the shores of Lake Anna is a reflection of the middle ages long since past. You may be someone who lives for the faire every year, or you may come for a bit of entertainment. Consider bringing your family along to see all that this faire has to offer. You…
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The Top 10 Things to do in Lake Anna
For a sensational year-around getaway, consider Virginia’s beautiful Lake Anna. Located 72 miles south of Washington, DC, it is easily accessible from the Charlottesville and Richmond areas. Here are ten activities to consider while relaxing at one of the largest freshwater lakes in Virginia. 1.Boating, Skiing, Jet Skiing Over 200 miles of scenic shoreline offers…
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Lake Anna Winery
There is a new player on the Virginia boutique winery scene! The Lake Anna region wineries are bringing their A game with an attractive mix of elegant vintages and beautiful locales. Known for its outdoor recreation and historical background, this north central region is now garnering attention for the many up and coming wineries that…
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Visit Lake Anna State Park: Your Lakeside Sanctuary
Imagine sitting around a campfire at twilight, breathing in the aroma of freshly caught fish sizzling in a pan as you reminisce about your day spent on the lake. Does this sound like your idea of heaven? If you are looking for a quiet retreat, you can find it at Lake Anna State Park. This…
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Lake Anna Camping
Lake Anna is a beautiful area of Virginia that is a great place for a camping trip. The area first became noteworthy when gold was mined here from the opening of the Goodwin Goldmine in 1829 through the 1880s. The lake was created in 1971 to provide cooling water for Virginia Power’s nuclear plant. The…
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Finding Gold in Fauquier County
Dating back as far as the 1800’s, miners have found gold in Fauquier County Virginia. Hundreds of mining companies applied for rights to mine the belt that runs through Virginia. One of the most famous mines was the Franklin Mines, located in Fauquier County. Using deep shaft mining, open – pit, placer, and panning, the…